On the corner of Zeigler and Warren streets in Roxbury, a bright yellow flag on a street lamp reads, “Nubian Square, The Heart & Soul of Roxbury.” At the bottom, like many city signs, it bears the name of Mayor Michelle Wu Recently, another set of signs has sprouted a few feet away: blue and white “Josh Kraft 2025 Democrat for Mayor” posters which plaster the windows of the mayoral candidate’s new campaign headquarters where Kraft developed deep community relationships in the three decades he worked there including 12 as its president and chief executive “This couldn’t be a more appropriate place for our campaign to call home,” Kraft said in March at the opening of his campaign HQ “This campaign is about making sure that every voice in Boston is heard and valued.” A first-time candidate up against a savvy incumbent Kraft believes his narrow path to victory runs directly through Roxbury and Boston’s other communities of color and ribbon-cuttings she attends in her official capacity as mayor and regularly does Spanish-language interviews with the media reflects the campaign’s view that the political newcomer can make inroads among Boston’s voters of color Kraft in recent weeks has appeared on at least four radio shows with Black hosts that focus on the Black community and has frequently sat in pews for Sunday services and joined iftars in neighborhoods such as Dorchester and Mattapan His team has recruited people specifically to lead outreach among Boston’s Haitian and Cape Verdean residents the Kraft campaign hosted an event in Mattapan featuring a couple dozen of Boston’s Haitian residents formally endorsing his candidacy Since he launched his challenge to Wu in February Kraft has argued Wu “doesn’t listen” to residents and has neglected Black neighborhoods and other communities around the city the connections he developed through his nonprofit work give him an opportunity to capitalize on what they view as Wu’s vulnerability in Boston’s diverse neighborhoods More than two dozen interviews with Black Boston voters including some civic leaders and political strategists indicate Kraft will find at least some willingness to hear his message in these communities but he has a lot more work to do before November Boston’s Black community is incredibly diverse and not at all a monolith confirmed they are disillusioned with the mayor’s leadership Other Black voters told the Globe they still strongly support the mayor particularly in light of the national political climate Several others said they could possibly be open to voting for a challenger to Wu but don’t know enough about Kraft’s policy positions to decide yet in response to the intense community uproar “I feel like she’s kind of failed Black people,” said Priscilla Flint executive director of the Marcus Anthony Hall Educational Institute and then she makes decisions,” without first soliciting community input but said she’s been disappointed in Wu’s leadership and Flint’s organization has also received support from Kraft’s philanthropic work in the past saying the change could bring instability and compromise the district’s ability to address its significant challenges “[In] conversations that I’m having with many ‘[Wu] doesn’t show up for us unless she needs something or she only shows up when it can benefit her,’” said Jacquetta Van Zandt a senior adviser to the Kraft campaign and host of the show “Politics and Prosecco.” “She has made decisions and choices that have conveniently left out Black voices.” Elisa was also a plaintiff in a lawsuit that aimed to block Wu’s White Stadium plan both as a city councilor and as a mayoral candidate showed interest in addressing some issues he deeply cares about But “there are so many things she said she was going to do that didn’t happen,” Elisa said “I started off very much in support of her administration doing good things and she basically squandered that trust and that support by doing things that are totally unrelated to the needs of the community in which I live.” Other Black voters defended the mayor’s record “I just pray that she wins,” Williams said you have to really be in it to understand what we go through on a daily basis.” “I used to drive by there all the time to drop my kids off [at a youth program] … and I can say it looks markedly different,” Lambright said He was also impressed by Wu’s recent testimony before Congress in which she defended Boston and the city’s policies on how and when local law enforcement cooperates with federal immigration authorities I agreed with everything she said,” Lambright said “What I like about Mayor Wu is I feel like she gets the overall picture … I haven’t heard why [Kraft] would do a better job.” a 47-year-old Dorchester resident and morning show host on the Black-owned radio station Spark FM also said Kraft hasn’t articulated how his leadership would be different than Wu’s this is what I’m doing,’ it seems like he’s kind of harping on what she’s not doing,” Johnson said believe Kraft’s efforts to reach Black voters are working “He’s made himself available in a lot of spaces that we probably wouldn’t think that Josh Kraft would be in.” Kraft recently joined Johnson and her co-hosts on their Spark FM show While Johnson said she’s supported Wu for years and approves of the job she’s done in her first term she sees Kraft as a strong contender in this year’s race ‘Maybe there could be some change if we give Josh Kraft a chance.’” “It’s gonna be a tough race,” Johnson continued and I think that both of them have the opportunity to prove themselves.” Home Delivery Gift Subscriptions Log In Manage My Account Customer Service Delivery Issues Feedback News Tips Help & FAQs Staff List Advertise Newsletters View the ePaper Order Back Issues News in Education Search the Archives Privacy Policy Terms of Service Terms of Purchase Work at Boston Globe Media Internship Program Co-op Program Do Not Sell My Personal Information All-day cafe Daily Provisions 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See our ethics policy Union Square Hospitality Group, the NYC-based restaurant empire founded by famed restaurateur Danny Meyer, has something else in the works for Boston before the highly anticipated Seaport restaurants arrive later this year. The company will be opening a location of its fan-favorite all-day cafe, Daily Provisions The cafe is on track to open before the already announced Seaport locations of Daily Provisions and Italian restaurant Ci Siamo according to Daily Provisions president Zach Koff Daily Provisions is a neighborhood cafe and Harvard Square is one of the country’s celebrated neighborhoods,” Koff said in an email and plenty of new visitors — all of whom are curious smart and actively engaged — make it a perfect fit for Daily Provisions.” At the Harvard Square spot, customers can expect all the hits that put Daily Provisions on the map in New York City, including the excellent breakfast sandwiches with thick slabs of bacon, juicy roast chicken, and the widely sought-after French crullers There will be some Boston-specific menu items The summer opening marks the first time that Union Square Hospitality Group has expanded Daily Provisions outside of the New York City area. (A location in Jersey City opened in March.) The company is also working on another outpost of the cafe to open in Washington Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Boston Celtics swept the season series from the New York Knicks and it wasn’t particularly close New York travels to Boston for Game 1 of the series on Monday The series goes almost every other day (with a couple of two-day breaks) the rest of the way All times are Eastern (* = if necessary)Game 1: Knicks at Celtics (Mon Orlando’s defense did the best job we have seen of mucking up Joe Mazzulla’s offensive doctrine defending on an island (not helping as much and not getting in rotation) forcing the Celtics to beat them another way (a lot of Jayson Tatum OG Anunoby and Mikal Bridges are quality perimeter defenders but Boston rolls out five players who can shoot which means Towns will have to defend in space this series Beyond not having the personnel to execute the Magic’s strategy — Orlando is loaded with long New York is not — it’s not Thibodeau’s style to change drastically from what got the Knicks to the dance Expect the Knicks to switch a lot this series it’s what they did in the last two meetings against the Celtics in the regular season The problem is that it allows Boston to get back to its drive-and-kick swing-swing to an open 3-pointer offense where they thrive The Celtics are relentless — if they find a weakness they will go at it repeatedly The most glaring weakness for the Knicks is that their two key offensive players The Celtics will drag them into pick-and-rolls every chance they get which starts their kick-out-to-a-three offense The Celtics will look to wear the Knicks’ stars down If the Knicks are going to have any chance in this series and Brunson and Towns have to hold up defensively The Celtics come in a little banged up after a very physical series with the Magic Jrue Holiday has missed time due to a sore hamstring and that likely continues into the start of this series Jayson Tatum is playing through a sore wrist and Jaylen Brown has a bone bruise and right knee posterior impingement issue Boston had a lengthy rest after knocking off Orlando Brunson is playing through a sore ankle (which appeared to limit him at times in the final game injuries are not what will decide this series.—Kurt Helin Worst possible matchup for the Knicks - KAT struggles in space defensively and no team is better placed to punish him than Boston with the best spacing in the league Tatum and Brown will hunt Brunson on switches relentlessly the Celtics have elite defensive options to make Brunson’s life difficult The Knicks have great talent but it hasn’t clicked at the highest level all year - it magically happening in round 2 of the playoffs seems improbable Some lingering concerns about the health of the Celtics has me convinced we will see a relatively even series early on with wins decided largely by the Celtics’ 3-point shooting luck once Boston solves Brunson at the point of attack I would expect Knicks’ fourth quarter offense to be a meaningful problem late in this series so I could project a Game 5 win by margin for Boston and then a close out in 6 This series will be a dogfight and while the Knicks improved this year the Celtics are just too well-rounded to beat While both teams have four constant scoring threats in the lineup (Tatum Bridges) -- I am not sure about the New York role players and bench having enough in them to give the Knicks more than two wins in this series Boston’s bench is so much deeper and offers instant offense I would be closer to moving this to Boston in a sweep over Boston in six I just don’t see a path to success in this series for New York: The Celtics will win not only the 3-point game but also the possession game in this series and that is just too much for the Knicks to overcome assuming a cold-shooting Celtics squad and a big Jalen Brunson night A Division of NBCUniversal DISCLAIMER: This site and the products offered are for entertainment purposes only and there is no gambling offered on this site This service is intended for adult audiences No guarantees are made for any specific outcome If you or someone you know has a gambling problem the Red Sox sent right-handed pitcher Quinn Priester to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for minor league outfielder Yophery Rodriguez a Competitive Balance Round A pick in the 2025 draft who failed to make the Red Sox's rotation out of spring training And it's looked even better with the context of Rodriguez's hot start at High-A Greenville the trade is finalized with the player to be named later and the Red Sox have to be excited about the potential he brings The Red Sox announced on X (formerly Twitter) that they had acquired right-handed pitching prospect John Holobetz the Brewers' 2024 fifth-round pick out of Old Dominion University had been pitching for the Brewers' Low-A affiliate and is expected to report to Low-A Salem for the Red Sox He compiled a 3.00 ERA in 24 1/3 innings so fra this season It's not entirely clear whether Holobetz will be a reliever or a starter long-term He came out of the bullpen in college and had three starts and two multi-inning relief appearances during his brief tenure with Carolina this spring Holobetz was not included in MLB Pipeline's most recent Top 30 Brewers prospect rankings has had three rough outings for the Brewers after two strong ones to start his Milwaukee tenure He owns a 5.79 ERA with 16 walks and 17 strikeouts in 23 1/3 innings pitched in a Brewers uniform This trade could have been a win for Boston even if Holobetz wasn't included but if the young righty winds up becoming a piece for the big-league club it's a deal that could be remembered fondly for many years to come More MLB: Mookie Betts, Chris Sale Make Red Sox Admission That Will Leave Fans Longing For 2018 The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER causing about $1 million in damages to the building Firefighters responded around 10:30 a.m. to heavy smoke at the warehouse, located at 647 Summer St. in South Boston, the Boston Fire Department said in a post on X did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Sunday evening Firefighters used an “aggressive” attack on the interior and exterior of the building to stop the spread throughout the large warehouse, Deputy Chief Martin McCormack of the Boston Fire Department told reporters on scene The cause of the fire is under investigation Massachusetts Port Authority owns the land at 647 Summer St The building is assessed at about $16 million, according to city records The warehouse is 467,410 square feet and was built in 1960 Ava Berger can be reached at ava.berger@globe.com. Follow her @Ava_Berger_. A .boston.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the City of Boston Parking restrictions and street closures will be in effect in the City of Boston for Patriots' Day and the Boston Marathon This year, Marathon Weekend will have two main races on the Saturday before the running of the 2025 Boston Marathon: the Boston Athletic Association's 5K and Invitational Mile. In addition to the events hosted by the Boston Athletic Association, the City of Boston will host One Boston Day on April 15 and the Patriots’ Day Parade on Monday 2025. Parking restrictions will be in place for all of these events Please plan accordingly and follow all posted signage.  People coming into the City for the events are urged not to drive their personal vehicles. 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Consider using Bluebikes, the regional bike share system, or use public transit through the MBTA We may make changes to our traffic and parking plans in the days leading up to these events. You’ll find updated information on posted signs, variable message boards, and on Boston.gov More information on traveling around Boston can be found in our guide: Get the latest Boston Marathon information from the Boston Athletic Association Kseniia Petrova was returning to the US from a trip to France when officials revoked her visa and detained her A Russian scientist from Harvard Medical School has been detained by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement On Wednesday, Cora Anderson, who works with the Russian scientist Kseniia Petrova, shared the news of Petrova’s detention on Facebook, saying the Russian scientist arrived at Boston Logan international airport on 16 February from a trip to France when she was stopped by US authorities. According to Anderson, authorities revoked Petrova’s visa and told her that she was to be deported to Russia. In response, Petrova said that she feared political persecution and was instead sent by authorities to a detention facility, Anderson said. “Despite having lawyers and the fact she did not do anything illegal in the first place and we have no idea when she will be paroled (or released however simply released is unlikely),” she added Petrova’s boss, Leon Peshkin, said in an interview on Thursday that the researcher had good reason to fear being returned to Russia because she had publicly protested the Russian invasion of Ukraine in its first days, called for the impeachment of Vladimir Putin first to the former Soviet republic of Georgia and then to the United States Peshkin said that Petrova was a highly skilled researcher – “she is spectacular the best I’ve ever seen in 20 years at Harvard,” – and had a visa that enabled her to work in the US and travel abroad freely He asked her to pick up a box of frog embryo samples from colleagues in France and bring them back to the lab at Harvard but Petrova made some sort of paperwork mistake on the US customs declaration form and was stopped by customs officers on her return to Logan airport in Boston Although the legal penalty for improperly importing this non-toxic, non-hazardous frog material is simply a fine of up to $500, Peshkin said, immigration officers decided to deny Petrova re-entry to the US. When she informed the authorities of her very real fear of being jailed for protesting Putin’s war on Ukraine should she be returned to Russia to wait for an asylum hearing,” Peshkin said Petrova should be eligible for parole while she waits for that hearing A GoFundMe page set up by Anderson for Petrova said that the researcher was hired to work for Harvard Medical School and had entered the US on a work visa Anderson did not specify which work visa category Petrova was under She said that Petrova is “supported in applying for a new visa” but added that it is a “multi-month process during which she will not be able to work thus not collect a paycheck” Reports of Petrova’s detention come just weeks after a French scientist was denied entry in the US this month after US immigration officers searched his phone and found messages critical of Donald Trump But Petrova’s boss told the Guardian that she does not seem to have had her visa revoked over any type of protest activity in the US She never protested against Trump or in support of Palestinians under siege in Gaza A Turkish national who is a doctoral student at Tufts University has been detained by federal agents without explanation had just left her home in Somerville to meet with friends Tuesday night when she was detained by U.S lawyer Mahsa Khanbabai said in a petition filed in Boston federal court A Turkish national and doctoral student at Tufts University has been detained by federal agents without explanation had just left her home in Somerville on Tuesday night when she was stopped Massachusetts to express support for Tufts University student Rumeysa Ozturk who’s been detained by the Department of Homeland Security This contributed photo shows Rumeysa Ozturk on an apple-picking trip in 2021 who was arrested by federal agents Tuesday night CORRECTS DATE - In this image taken from security camera video a 30-year-old doctoral student at Tufts University is detained by Department of Homeland Security agents on a street in Sommerville who was detained Tuesday shortly after she left her home in Somerville had been moved to an ICE detention center in Louisiana by the time her lawyer went to court and a judge ordered her to be kept in Massachusetts government lawyers said in a court document Thursday They said they made her lawyers aware that she was being moved and facilitated contact with her Wednesday night AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports a student from Turkey is caught up in the Trump administration immigration crackdown Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the Trump administration has revoked the visas of at least 300 people “We gave you a visa to come and study and get a degree to tear up our university campuses,” Rubio told reporters during a stop in Guyana “The only thing I know of that Rumeysa organized was a Thanksgiving potluck,” said Jennifer Hoyden a friend who studied with Ozturk at Columbia University’s Teachers College “There’s a very important distinction between writing a letter supporting the student Senate and taking the kind of action they’re accusing her of Ozturk’s arrest appears to be part of President Donald Trump’s pledge to deport students he said engage in “pro-terrorist anti-American activity,” a label the administration has applied broadly to those who criticize Israel and protest its military campaign in Gaza In this image taken from security camera video A University of Alabama student was also detained this week by ICE There was no indication that Alireza Doroudi a doctoral student from Iran studying mechanical engineering who was detained Tuesday All he does is study and is literally trying to fulfill his dream of becoming a researcher and professor of mechanical engineering,” Rozas said a few hundred people turned out at Somerville City Hall to rally for Ozturk’s release and for the greater Palestinian cause Speakers railed against Israel over the war in Gaza as well as the ICE raids that protesters said have left immigrant communities terrified They also sang songs supporting the Palestinians — sometimes accompanied by a horn section — and led the crowd in chants of “Resistance Is justified when people are occupied.” Among the speakers was Lebanese American Carina Kurban who said she was furious when she heard about the arrest of Ozturk and other scholars and I need to use that privilege that I have to speak up for those who can’t because of everything that’s happening with this administration,” Kurban said Video obtained by The Associated Press appeared to show six people taking away a shouting Ozturk’s phone before she was handcuffed on Tuesday “We’re the police,” members of the group are heard saying in the video who said no charges have been filed against Ozturk filed a petition seeking her release Tuesday and then an emergency motion Wednesday District Judge Indira Talwani initially issued an order giving the government until Friday to answer why Ozturk was being detained Talwani also ordered that Ozturk not be moved outside the District of Massachusetts without 48 hours advance notice The government said in its response Thursday that it “will set forth the timeline” of Ozturk’s arrest and transfer from Massachusetts The facility where she’s being held is one of nine in Louisiana that house immigrants waiting for legal proceedings or deportation according to a 2024 report on ICE’s website a rural town about 50 miles (80 kilometers) northwest of Lafayette and federal elected officials and hope that Rumeysa is provided the opportunity to avail herself of her due process rights,” Tufts University President Sunil Kumar said in a statement Wednesday night Ozturk was one of four students who wrote an op-ed in The Tufts Daily last March criticizing the university’s response to student demands that Tufts “acknowledge the Palestinian genocide,” disclose its investments and divest from companies with direct or indirect ties to Israel photograph and work history were published on the website Canary Mission which describes itself as documenting people who “promote hatred of the U.S.A. Israel and Jews on North American college campuses.” Associated Press writers Sara Cline in Baton Rouge and Ellen Knickmeyer in Washington contributed to this report An official website of the United States government Watch Live at 11:30 a.m. ET: Results of Nationwide Law Enforcement Effort Press Conference View the latest ICE guidance on COVID-19 Get information about how to check in with your local ICE Office here Reportándose con ICE: Obtenga información sobre cómo reportarse a su oficina local de ICE aquí View in other languages Call 1-866-DHS-2-ICE to report suspicious activityReport Crime Learn More About ICE ICE's ERO officers uphold United States immigration laws by focusing on individuals who present the greatest risk to national security View the annual report Media Inquiries @EROBoston and @HSINewEngland Immigration and Customs Enforcement and federal law enforcement partners apprehended 370 illegal aliens in Massachusetts during an enhanced targeted enforcement operation focusing on transnational organized crime and egregious illegal alien offenders March 18-23 “The Commonwealth is a safer place for our residents to live and work because ICE and our federal law enforcement partners arrested hundreds of alien offenders and removed them from the streets of Massachusetts,” said ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston acting Field Office Director Patricia H “Throughout this enhanced enforcement operation we targeted the most dangerous alien offenders in some of the most crime-infested neighborhoods in and around Boston Our efforts resulted in 370 arrests throughout the commonwealth ICE and our federal law enforcement partners are committed to protecting the homeland through the eradication of transnational criminal organizations dismantling dangerous criminal gangs preying on the American public locating and arresting criminal alien offenders and making our communities a safer place to live.” ICE and federal law enforcement partners targeted egregious criminal alien offenders including transnational criminal organizations known to operate in and around Boston and throughout Massachusetts These organizations include the notorious MS-13 “This week’s enhanced enforcement operations with our partners from the FBI DSS and CBP prove that we are taking a whole of government approach to protecting our communities from foreign nationals involved in transnational gangs violent criminals and dangerous individuals living in New England,” said ICE Homeland Security Investigations New England Special Agent in Charge Michael J “ICE will use every resource and authority we have to prioritize the safety and security of our communities.” “Everyone should agree that we cannot and will not tolerate individuals who not only violate our immigration laws but then commit crimes that endanger our communities Those who enter and remain in this country unlawfully are breaking the law,” said U.S Attorney for the District of Massachusetts Leah B “My office remains committed to working alongside our law enforcement partners to ensure that dangerous individuals are identified so that the people of Massachusetts can live and work in safe and secure communities.” 205 of those arrested had significant criminal convictions or charges Six were foreign fugitives currently facing charges or convictions for murder “Safeguarding the integrity of the immigration and citizenship process is critical We simply can’t permit violent and dangerous criminals to enter or remain in the United States under false pretenses It’s a direct threat to public safety and our national security,” said Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Boston Division Jodi Cohen “There’s no question our communities are safer today because of this enhanced will continue to support ICE with these efforts.” Law enforcement officials seized approximately 44 kilograms of methamphetamines three firearms and ammunition from illegal alien offenders during the operation “DEA is proud to have worked with our federal partners in this successful enforcement effort using all of the resources of the federal government to remove violent criminal aliens from our communities said DEA New England Field Division acting Special Agent in Charge Stephen Belleau “DEA has prioritized investigations on those involving violent illegal criminal aliens responsible for flooding our communities with deadly and dangerous drugs DEA’s core mission is to keep the American public safe by seizing deadly and dangerous drugs before they get into our communities and to bring justice to the criminals responsible for manufacturing ICE and their federal law enforcement partners made many of the apprehensions after local jurisdictions refused to honor immigration detainer requests to turn over the offenders and instead chose to release aliens from custody forcing officers and agents to make at-large arrests in Massachusetts communities “The successful outcome of this immigration enforcement operation demonstrates the dedication and collaboration of our law enforcement partners,” said Special Agent in Charge of the ATF Boston Field Division James M “By targeting individuals who pose a threat to public safety we are reinforcing our commitment to protecting our communities and upholding the integrity of our nation’s immigration laws.” “The Diplomatic Security Service is fully committed to supporting the Administration’s priority to reduce illegal immigration and root out those who endeavor to exploit the U.S travel system,” said Diplomatic Security Service Boston Field Office Special Agent in Charge Matthew O’Brien “This enhanced operation definitively made our communities safer and international law enforcement partners to conduct passport and human trafficking investigations and assist in apprehending fugitives to protect the integrity of U.S Among those arrested during the enhanced targeted operation include: Partner law enforcement participating in the operation were the Boston offices of the FBI Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts Members of the public can report crimes and suspicious activity by dialing 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form Learn more about ICE’s mission to increase public safety in our communities on X: @EROBoston and @HSINewEngland For media inquiries about ICE activities, operations, or policies, contact the ICE Office of Public Affairs at ICEMedia@ice.dhs.gov Bitte aktiviere Javascript in deinem Browser und lade die Seite dann erneut SEITE NEU LADEN  Albert started to wonder if there was something wrong with him He got advice on how to regulate his emotions But after on-site interviews with seven companies — and no offers — he started to doubt himself Albert — who didn’t want his real name used in part because he’s at a new job — had an enviable resume: a PhD in cancer immunology years of experience at a multinational biotech in Cambridge and a stint at a biotech startup in the Boston suburbs But when he was laid off in the summer of 2024, it didn’t feel like it was enough. He felt financially stressed. He heard that hiring managers received hundreds of applications for each job posting What we’re witnessing may be a remaking of biotech — surprising even to those in the industry. After five months of searching, Albert ultimately found a job at a small Boston-based biotech, where he focuses on cancer research. But some in the industry worry that we face the prospect of Kendall Square operating with a fraction of the folks who work there now leading to knock-on effects on restaurants In Massachusetts, biotech has been an important driver of jobs and wealth for decades, with Kendall Square at the epicenter of that growth. In 2024, the state had more than 140,000 jobs in the life sciences, according to MassBioEd And the average salary was nearly $200,000 “I think it is actively happening,” said Isaac Stoner chief executive of Boston-based Octagon Therapeutics “When an industry goes extinct or faces this existential moment it causes broad economic pain for the region for a while This happened when we lost our leadership position in computing in the late eighties and early nineties It was maybe a 15-year period where there wasn’t an industry to step in there and fill the void.” Cambridge-based Biogen, for example, has had multiple rounds of layoffs since 2022 The most recent round — done earlier this year — marked “a shift of resources to external opportunities,” according to the company (Though there are also jobs heading to other countries including India.) And with every passing year companies outsource more of their lab work to lower-cost countries That means that many traditional jobs in labs — from research chemists to process technicians quality control specialists to associate scientists — are evaporating Some of these jobs require specialized undergraduate training; others require master’s or doctoral degrees boasting more than 6,000 drugs in development the United States peaked at more than 9,000 drugs in development in 2022 and has dipped slightly since then noted the center reflects “the extensive opportunities that exist for collaboration and access to talent “The drugs that we believe will be approved in the next five to 10 years a larger proportion of them are going to be coming from China,” said George Voren vice president of founder strategy and operations at venture firm Curie.Bio “Meaning the discovery of them is coming from China And not necessarily the biotech labs in Cambridge.” A key reason that American companies work with Chinese labs is that they have scientists who are on staff and ready to go a company “can immediately get work started and make progress,” rather than “building your own lab and spending six months to hire people.” (Though there may be concerns about the safety of intellectual property.) Opler said some biotech investors have historically believed that Boston sits at the epicenter of innovation we’ve got Harvard.” But after traveling to China in March Opler concluded: “That view is no longer accurate you’re seeing Chinese companies move at lightning speed into areas of high innovation in the biopharmaceutical industry.” Opler argues that biotech remains a global growth industry — making him less concerned about overall employment though the skills needed to secure a job may shift companies face “an existential threat” if they don’t become more efficient meaning they may have to outsource certain jobs simply to survive Losing jobs does not mean that venture capitalists or executives will necessarily leave Massachusetts But while we might retain those who make millions of dollars a year we risk permanently losing the legions of jobs that pay $100,000 So what happens to the Boston area if biotech jobs largely slip away Stoner said he’s seeing signs of “a white-collar recession where these people with very specialized degrees and very specialized training are having a hard time finding their next position and I’m just seeing the number of folks there job-hunting going up and up and up Apart from job losses, the character of Cambridge, Somerville, and other biotech hotspots may shift. Huge amounts of lab space have been built over the past decade managing director at commercial real estate firm Hughes Marino and the slowdown in occupancy has been jarring it’s the worst [market] in history for landlords to operate in,” he said Amarante points out that many landlords can’t reduce prices enough to make a deal with prospective tenants — doing so would violate the terms of their own financial obligations And he believes that will force more and more buildings into foreclosure is that when potential renters tour large lab buildings that are empty or nearly empty they realize “it can create a post-apocalyptic experience for their team Stoner worries about “decay of various neighborhoods And it just kind of has this slow rolling effect.” I asked Stoner if anything could be done to turn the tide in biotech. He said the United States would have to turn to “brutal protectionist measures.” Pharmaceutical tariffs — which the president promised on April 8 — wouldn’t be enough It would have to be “things like the FDA saying: ‘We are not going to review your drug if the data was generated in China.‘” Opler said making pharmaceuticals in China can prove tremendously cost-effective. In a conversation with a CEO who makes an ingredient for aspirin, Opler asked if he was worried about tariffs The CEO laughed and told Opler: “If it was a 100 percent tariff It is so inefficient to make [an ingredient] in the United States and it would be more efficient for me to make it in China.” “If I’m a top 10 or top 20 global pharma company,” Stoner said “I don’t care where the innovation comes from at the end of the day I have no incentive to make sure this cluster in Kendall Square remains the envy of the bio world.” Follow Kara Miller @karaemiller. 14 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Crossing, According to Eater Contributors The Best New Restaurants Around Boston Right Now, According to Eater Editors Boston’s Best Tacos, According to Eater Editors Plan dinner around La Brasa’s essential carnitas tacos but get there early for $1 oysters served with horseradish and cocktail sauce every day from 5 to 6 p.m The Best Mexican Restaurants Around Boston Find $1 oysters at historic Charlestown spot Warren Tavern — which has counted George Washington and Paul Revere among its patrons — every weekday from 3 to 6 p.m Tourist Trap Restaurants That Are Actually Good in Boston Waypoint in between Central Square and Harvard Square offers $1 oysters from 5 to 7 p.m. Celebrate the Holiday Season With Weekday Lunches and Afternoon Teas Central Square restaurant Viale is shucking $1 oysters daily from 5 to 7 p.m. Looking for an earlier buck-a-shuck deal? Viale’s sibling restaurant across the street, Althea Where to Eat and Drink in Cambridge’s Central Square The Ultimate $1 Oyster Guide for Summer 2016 Enjoy $1 oysters at State Street Provisions Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m These 170+ Patios Are Officially Open for 2017 Swanky Beacon Hill spot Carrie Nation offers $1 oysters Tuesday through Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m The Ultimate Guide to Tuesday Dining Specials in Boston Bustling downtown seafood spot Fin Point offers $1 oysters every Thursday through Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m Downtown brasserie the Merchant has $1 oysters on deck every Monday and Friday from 4 until 7 p.m 14 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Crossing Snag $1 oysters at the Fort Point location of Trillium Brewing Monday through Friday from 2 to 4 p.m Southern-rooted spot Bootleg Special offers late-night $1 oysters on Friday and Saturday 13 Restaurants Around Boston That Are Great for Groups Where to Find Great Small Plates in Boston Mediterranean restaurant Ilona is shucking oysters for $1 apiece all day on Thursday and from 4 to 7 p.m One 2019 Restaurant Opening to Know in Every Boston Neighborhood South Boston restaurant and bar Publico is serving up $1 oysters — and $1 shrimp cocktail — every Monday and Tuesday from open until they sell out Get In the Holiday Spirit at These Pop-Up Bars Around Boston Head over to South Boston hangout Lincoln for $1 oysters and $1 shrimp every Tuesday from 10 a.m Savin Bar and Kitchen serves $1 oysters Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m The Ultimate Guide to Friday Dining Specials in Boston Chill neighborhood spot Lower Mills Tavern offers $1 oysters every Monday until sold out 12 Excellent Dorchester Restaurants for Takeout and Delivery 10 Irresistible Dessert Destinations in Dorchester Photo by: Meg KellyZhang Paving National Road For BC Women's Golf May 05 The BC junior tees off this morning in Oklahoma in the NCAA Regional By Hanna Guidry and Jessica MichalskiPublished: May 2025 at 2:14 PM EDT|Updated: 7 hours agoEmail This LinkShare on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInNORTHAMPTON (WGGB/WSHM) - Northampton Animal Control is searching for information regarding a stray Boston Terrier They currently have no information on where he is from or if he was abandoned or neglected but have named him ‘Puddles’ in the meantime He was found near the intersection at Easthampton Road and Earle Street at 6:00 Monday morning They scanned him for a microchip and could not find one Animal Control Officers must hold dogs for seven days under the state requirement Northampton Animal Control officer Dawn Ubelaker also told Western Mass News that if they are still unclaimed at that point They become the property of the municipality they’re in Officer Dawn mentioned they are waiting on testing that the veterinarian did as he may have been exposed to tick borne illnesses or other health conditions they’re not aware of yet If you recognize him or have additional info please call Northampton Animal Control and speak with ACO Dawn Bateman among 6 early-season prospect standoutsMay 5th Last summer, as they traded a handful of upper-level prospects amid a flurry of moves, the Padres were tasked with rebuilding their farm system from the lower levels They’ve done it before A number of early-season standouts in San Diego's farm system come from the lower levels of the Minor Leagues With one month of Minor League Baseball in the books here’s a look at six Padres standout prospects (with all stats entering play Sunday): 1. SS (Padres No. 1 prospect, No. 16 overall) What a start. Before the season there was buzz about the 18-year-old De Vries emerging as a candidate to be the sport’s top overall prospect entering 2026. He’s done nothing to discourage that buzz. De Vries turned in perhaps the Minor League game of the season hitting for the cycle with two home runs a couple weeks ago in Lansing He’s batting .308 with a .998 OPS at High-A Fort Wayne The Padres held tightly to De Vries through numerous trade possibilities -- and they might soon reap the rewards of that decision 2. LHP (Padres No. 5 prospect) The 6-foot-8 Bateman was selected in the second round of last summer’s Draft and didn’t appear in games last year He’s making his pro debut this season at Single-A Lake Elsinore -- and he’s off to quite a start Bateman has a 3.86 ERA with 21 strikeouts over 18 2/3 innings he twirled six scoreless innings with five strikeouts and only two hits allowed His fastball/slider combo already looks lethal 3. RHP (Padres No. 12 prospect) Baez was added to the 40-man roster in November He’s justified that decision already this season Baez has a 3.18 ERA with a 0.84 WHIP and 27 strikeouts over 22 2/3 innings Recent reports are that his fastball is hitting 98 mph and the 22-year-old righty will put himself in the mix as a depth option for a callup this season the three others who were Rule 5 protected last year -- Omar Cruz Ryan Bergert and Tirso Ornelas -- have already received callups in 2025.) 4. RHP (Padres No. 15 prospect) Another Padres Draft pick from last summer Neighbors has been brilliant for High-A Fort Wayne spanning 11 2/3 innings -- and he’s already punched out 22 hitters Drafted out of Kansas State in the fourth round last year Neighbors has been given save opportunities with Fort Wayne -- and Padres evaluators have come away hugely impressed with his demeanor in that role 5. RHP Enmanuel Pinales (unranked) But he’s been dominant all season -- and probably won’t be at High-A much longer The right-hander has made five starts for the TinCaps posting a 1.40 ERA while limiting opposing hitters to a .184 batting average against when he posted a 3.49 mark with Fort Wayne But he’s taken further steps this year -- with his fastball velocity up a tick or two and two distinct breaking pitches which have kept High-A hitters off-balance It's probably time for his next challenge Sign up to receive our daily Morning Lineup to stay in the know about the latest trending topics around Major League Baseball 6. RHP (unranked) Morgan’s excellent start to the season earned him a callup to the big league bullpen though he was sent down on Sunday as the Padres returned to their five-man rotation by calling up Stephen Kolek Morgan made seven appearances with Double-A San Antonio spanning 8 2/3 innings with a whopping 19-to-1 strikeout to walk ratio in that span He didn’t get a chance for his big league debut in his brief stint in the Majors But now that he’s been added to the 40-man roster the hard-throwing 25-year-old right-hander will presumably be back soon enough BOSTON–Boston’s flexible office market showed strong momentum in the first quarter of 2025 outpacing the national growth average in both coworking space inventory and total square footage according to CoworkingCafe’s newly released Q1 2025 Coworking Market Report CoworkingCafe has expanded its quarterly analysis to cover the 50 largest U.S based on proprietary data as of April 2025 highlights key trends across the country in terms of inventory growth Boston’s coworking landscape added 12 new locations in Q1 The city closed the quarter with 222 coworking spaces This puts Boston at #9 nationally in terms of coworking inventory The growth in physical footprint was even more pronounced Total coworking square footage in Boston rose by 8% to reach 5.34 million square feet earning the city a #5 ranking nationally for total flex office space This expansion was driven in part by larger average locations — which now span 24,053 sq That average size places Boston fourth in the nation CoworkingCafe’s report notes that pricing shifts in Boston were uneven across different space types: Virtual office rates held steady at $119/month Open workspace rates dipped by $29 to $139/month falling just below the national median of $149 almost $100 above the national median of $300 These mixed pricing trends suggest ongoing recalibration in Boston’s coworking market as supply expands and operators respond to shifting demand adding 145 new spaces to reach a total of 7,840 locations now totaling more than 140.7 million square feet CoworkingCafe also reported relatively stable national pricing with open workspace and dedicated desk rates remaining flat at $149 and $300/month and WeWork — expanded their combined footprint by 6% now operating 1,822 coworking locations across the U.S HQ led the pack with 38 new spaces in Q1 alone Boston’s robust Q1 performance signals its growing importance in the evolving coworking landscape the city not only maintained its place among the top 10 coworking markets but also surged ahead in terms of square footage and average location size With continued national growth and local demand trends Boston appears well-positioned for further expansion in the months ahead Read the full report at: CoworkingCafe Q1 2025 Coworking Market Report The New York Knicks are hoping the third time’s the charm as they make their third straight trip to the Eastern Conference Semifinals. This will prove their toughest battle yet as their opponent is their bitter rival, the Boston Celtics. the Knicks simply weren’t ready for a deep playoff run and OG Anunoby derailed them against the Pacers Brunson’s ankle healed enough that he flashed some heroics in Game 6 in Detroit on Thursday it’s time for him and his men to prove that Boston sweeping the season series was a fluke He’s averaging 31.3 points and 11.2 rebounds through the first round on a true shooting percentage (TS%) of nearly 61% The former Duke Blue Devil is a two-way force with both range and size to his game and the Knicks must slow him down if they want any chance in this series That means New York should put Anunoby on Tatum from the get-go He’s easily their best on-ball defender and has both the size and length to keep up with the strong It won’t be easy but if Anunoby can force enough bad shots Not to argue adjacent to those who complain how coach Tom Thibodeau manages minutes but the Knicks need more out of their bench this round if they want to even sniff th East Finals Miles “Deuce” McBride averaged over three points per game versus Detroit but will need to produce more in the Semis who needs to try and make some baskets instead of just being a defensive anchor has shooting big Luke Kornet behind Kristaps Porzingis Payton Pritchard and Sam Hauser are each capable of hitting dagger 3s New York’s second unit has almost no room for mistakes Predicted Knicks Lineup: Jalen Brunson (PG) Predicted Celtics Lineup: Derrick White (PG) and Jalen Brunson scoring 20 or more is smart a specialty contractor company focused on electric utility infrastructure and commercial/industrial construction in the US and Canada has announced its participation in the Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 investor conference The company's CEO Rick Swartz and CFO Kelly Huntington will engage with institutional investors during the conference on June 3 The event is exclusively available to Stifel clients un'azienda specializzata in appalti per infrastrutture elettriche e costruzioni commerciali/industriali negli Stati Uniti e in Canada ha annunciato la sua partecipazione alla conferenza per investitori Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 Il CEO Rick Swartz e il CFO Kelly Huntington dell'azienda incontreranno investitori istituzionali durante l'evento che si terrà il 3 giugno 2025 a Boston La partecipazione è riservata esclusivamente ai clienti Stifel una empresa contratista especializada en infraestructura eléctrica y construcción comercial/industrial en EE ha anunciado su participación en la conferencia para inversores Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 El CEO Rick Swartz y la CFO Kelly Huntington de la compañía se reunirán con inversores institucionales durante la conferencia que tendrá lugar el 3 de junio de 2025 en Boston El evento está disponible exclusivamente para clientes de Stifel MYR Group(NASDAQ: MYRG)는 미국과 캐나다에서 전기 유틸리티 인프라 및 상업/산업 건설에 중점을 둔 전문 계약업체로 Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 투자자 회의에 참여한다고 발표했습니다 회사의 CEO Rick Swartz와 CFO Kelly Huntington은 2025년 6월 3일 보스턴에서 열리는 이 회의에서 기관 투자자들과 만날 예정입니다 une entreprise spécialisée dans les infrastructures électriques et la construction commerciale/industrielle aux États-Unis et au Canada a annoncé sa participation à la conférence investisseurs Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 Le PDG Rick Swartz et la directrice financière Kelly Huntington de la société rencontreront des investisseurs institutionnels lors de la conférence qui se tiendra à Boston le 3 juin 2025 L'événement est exclusivement réservé aux clients de Stifel ein Spezialauftragnehmer für elektrische Versorgungsinfrastruktur sowie gewerbliche/industrielle Bauprojekte in den USA und Kanada hat seine Teilnahme an der Investorenkonferenz Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 angekündigt Der CEO Rick Swartz und CFO Kelly Huntington des Unternehmens werden am 3 Juni 2025 in Boston mit institutionellen Investoren sprechen Die Veranstaltung ist ausschließlich für Stifel-Kunden zugänglich a holding company of leading specialty contractors serving the electric utility infrastructure commercial and industrial construction markets in the United States and Canada announced it will attend the Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 investor conference will meet with institutional investors during the Stifel 2025 Boston Cross Sector 1x1 Conference on Tuesday This event is only available to Stifel clients About MYR Group Inc.MYR Group is a holding company of leading specialty electrical contractors providing services throughout the United States and Canada through two business segments: Transmission & Distribution (T&D) and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) MYR Group subsidiaries have the experience and expertise to complete electrical installations of any type and size Through their T&D segment they provide services on electric transmission clean energy projects and electric vehicle charging infrastructure Their comprehensive T&D services include design T&D customers include investor-owned utilities industrial facility owners and other contractors they provide a broad range of services which include the design maintenance and repair of commercial and industrial wiring generally for airports signalization and electric vehicle charging infrastructure C&I customers include general contractors ContactJennifer Harper, Vice President, Investor Relations & Treasurer, MYR Group Inc., (847) 979-5835, investorinfo@myrgroup.com Already have an account? Login Details: cache-fra-eddf8230082-FRA 1746494578 903481867 More on this story from Boston Business Journal Get updates on what's happening in Boston to your inbox with our News Headlines newsletter We recognize our responsibility to use data and technology for good We may use or share your data with our data vendors The Weather Channel is the world's most accurate forecaster according to ForecastWatch, Global and Regional Weather Forecast Accuracy Overview Boston Medical Center is committed to empowering all patients to thrive and teaching is driving the future of care BMC physicians are leaders in their fields with the most advanced medical technology at their fingertips and working alongside a highly skilled nursing and professional staff Search Departments We offer diagnosis and treatment in over 70 specialties and subspecialties and support to help you stay well throughout your lifetime Search Conditions We are committed to providing the best experience possible for our patients and visitors BMC is here to ensure you have everything you need to make your visit a success Whether you’re a current employee or looking to refer a patient we have the tools and resources you need to help you care for patients effectively and efficiently we are devoted to training future generations of health professionals in our wide range of residency and fellowship programs research efforts are imperative in allowing us to provide our patients with quality care BOSTON —— Boston Medical Center Health System is proud to announce the renaming of two of its hospitals as the system advances its vision of high-quality and sustainable healthcare in the region.   Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton is now Boston Medical Center – South (BMC South) and St Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Brighton is now Boston Medical Center – Brighton (BMC Brighton) Elizabeth’s and Good Samaritan’s associated offsite physician practices will transition to BMC Health.  rooted in expert care and access for our communities is steadily taking shape,” said Alastair Bell “We are creating a shared identity across all of our hospitals that stands for clinical excellence Consistent branding across BMC Health System hospitals ensures patients know they will receive high-quality BMC Health System gathered input from patients and community members to help shape the new names.   “We’re honored to work alongside our system hospitals who are also devoted to mission-driven care Bringing our hospitals under one brand sends a strong signal about that shared commitment,” said Paul C “We look forward to building on our more than 100-year legacy in Brighton as the foundation of an even brighter future.”    “Today is a proud day for our hospital as we take this next integration step into BMC Health System,” said Matthew Hesketh “We are incredibly proud of our long history in Brockton and look forward to expanding patient care access to more than 20 other communities along the Route 24 corridor.”  the new names and logos will be incorporated into digital and physical touch points across BMC Brighton and associated BMC Health practice locations.   BMC Health System assumed operations of the two hospitals on October 1 About Boston Medical Center Health System  Boston Medical Center Health System is an integrated academic healthcare system that models a new kind of excellence in healthcare where clinical and operational innovation meets health equity and access BMC Health System is dedicated to advancing scientific discovery and access to care and developing scalable approaches to restore and maintain health BMC Health System includes our founding academic medical center and other health-enhancing entities serving patients and health plan members across New England and beyond.  Want to keep up with the latest news from Boston Medical Center Sign up for our monthly patient newsletter This is the April edition of a monthly column that rounds up restaurant closures in and around Boston. Catch up on more news about closures in the Boston area right here Know of a restaurant closure that should be on Eater Boston’s radar? Get in touch here Back Bay: The Park Plaza location of Italian restaurant Strega closed down this month after seven years of operation. The restaurant was one of three Strega outposts that restaurateur Nick Verano (the original Strega owner) sold to PPX Hospitality, according to MassLive Verano still owns the original North End location of Strega Brighton: South American natural wine bar and specialty market Super Bien has bowed out of the Charles River Speedway. The owner, Melissa Stefanini, will continue to run her fan-favorite empanada shop Buenas and quirky market Homie Goods in Somerville’s Bow Market Brookline: French brasserie La Voile has shut down after a decade in Brookline’s Washington Square. The restaurant’s Newbury Street outpost lives on Seaport: Beloved dueling piano bar D’s Keys closed down after nearly seven years, Axios Boston reports Owners Matt Nichols and Robert Morse told the publication that business had slowed in the last couple of years amid the rising dining-out costs for consumers plus companies have scaled back bookings like holiday parties that have historically helped keep the business afloat Please try using other words for your search or explore other sections of the website for relevant information Our team is working diligently to resolve the issue Thank you for your patience and understanding With a market cap of $155.2 billion, Boston Scientific Corporation (BSX) develops and markets medical devices for use in various interventional medical specialties worldwide Shares of BSX have considerably surpassed the broader market over the past year. BSX has gained 45.7% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied 12.3% Narrowing the focus, BSX has also outperformed the iShares U.S. Medical Devices ETF (IHI). The exchange-traded fund has surged 9.6% over the past year and 3.6% this year analysts expect BSX’s EPS to increase 15.9% year over year to $2.91 The company’s earnings surprise history is impressive It surpassed the consensus estimate in each of the last four quarters BSX’s stock has a consensus “Strong Buy” rating 25 rate it as a "Strong Buy," two suggest a "Moderate Buy," and one say "Hold." This configuration remained unchanged for the past three months On Apr. 25, Barclays plc (BCS) analyst Matt Miksic raised the firm’s price target on Boston Scientific to $125 from $118 and keeps an “Overweight” rating on the shares The firm said ADVANTAGE-AF’s solid results for the use of Farawave and Farapoint in persistent atrial fibrillation should support FDA approval later this year The mean price target of $120.03 suggests a 14.4% premium to BSX’s current price levels the Street-high target of $135 suggests an impressive upside potential of 28.7% On the date of publication, Kritika Sarmah did not have (either directly or indirectly) positions in any of the securities mentioned in this article. All information and data in this article is solely for informational purposes. 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By connecting my portfolio to TipRanks Smart Portfolio I agree to their Terms of Use Boston College earned a spot in the NCAA Tournament as the No. 2 overall seed and will host the winner of Loyola Maryland and Stony Brook on Sunday in the second round The Eagles placement in the tournament matches one of the major polls this week UNC remained the top-ranked team with 16 first-place votes and 400 points The IWLCA Coaches Poll looks a little different with the Eagles in a different spot UNC is at the top of the poll while Northwestern jumped to No Cinco de Mayo has long been a celebration of culture and shared moments that blend tradition with a modern twist—and this year there’s a new cocktail in the spotlight that captures that spirit with flair Introducing “Wicked Passionate,” a signature cocktail created by View Boston it’s a drink that honors both celebration and community this limited-time cocktail pulls its flavors from both coastal vibes and urban pride With Cinco de Mayo and Boston’s iconic spring marathon season colliding in energy and atmosphere “Wicked Passionate” is more than a drink—it’s a tribute to the passion that fuels the city and the festive spirit of the season View Boston isn’t just any destination—it’s a panoramic perch that captures the heart of the city from 750 feet above Known for offering sweeping 360-degree views from atop the Prudential Tower the observation deck is an experience on its own the team at View Boston is bringing that same local pride and perspective into a glass “Wicked Passionate” isn’t just named for the local dialect—it’s inspired by the tenacity and vibrance that define Boston Created with Boston’s marathon season in mind and good times shared among friends and strangers alike sunny libation is designed to pair seamlessly with outdoor gatherings Every element of the “Wicked Passionate” cocktail has been curated to deliver a burst of flavor that’s both tropical and refreshing with just enough complexity to keep things interesting but now co-owned and championed by Boston native Mark Wahlberg Complementing the tequila is a splash of Cointreau a premium orange liqueur that enhances the cocktail with a subtle citrus note and coconut water brings a tropical balance making the cocktail feel like a mini getaway with every sip A touch of agave and lime juice ties it all together offering sweetness and tartness in just the right proportions To prepare: Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice Shake well and strain into a chilled glass over fresh ice Behind the premium tequila in this cocktail is a brand with deep cultural and celebrity roots founded by Mexican PGA golfer Abraham Ancer and entrepreneur Aron Marquez blends traditional craftsmanship with global aspirations Co-owner Mark Wahlberg joined the venture with the goal of amplifying its presence across North America his hometown of Boston has embraced the brand is made from 100% blue Weber agave and offers a clean smooth sip with a slight peppery finish—perfect for mixing in cocktails that need both strength and nuance It’s a fitting foundation for a drink that’s as expressive as it is celebratory Cinco de Mayo is often treated as a single-day celebration With its refreshing tropical profile and elegant balance “Wicked Passionate” is poised to become a warm-weather staple Whether it’s served during spring garden parties the drink is also easy to batch for larger groups Simply scale up the proportions and keep the mixture chilled for easy serving throughout your festivities It’s a simple yet sophisticated option for those who want a step up from the classic margarita without adding unnecessary complexity Those lucky enough to be in Boston during Cinco de Mayo can head up to View Boston where the cocktail is available in limited quantities Served with panoramic views of the city skyline “Wicked Passionate” becomes more than just a beverage—it’s part of an immersive experience that brings Boston’s energy to life For others across the country, this cocktail recipe is the perfect opportunity to bring a taste of Boston home. With Flecha Azul Tequila widely available across the U.S. recreating this signature drink for your own gathering is easier than ever Whether you’re toasting on May 5 or simply enjoying a lively evening with friends “Wicked Passionate” delivers a memorable pour Input your search keywords and press Enter Mason warehouse in Boston on Sunday morning caused an estimated $1 million in damages The costly fire broke out at around 10:30 a.m. on May 4 according to the Boston Fire Department Heavy smoke could be seen coming from the W.B Mason warehouse — located at 647 Summer St. in South Boston — when firefighters arrived Firefighters attacked the blaze inside the building and outside with ladders, Boston Fire Deputy Chief Martin McCormack said No injuries were reported from the incident damages from the fire were at an estimated $1 million The department began to clear the scene by noon with some firefighters remaining on the scene to monitor hotspots The investigation into the cause of the fire was ongoing as of Sunday afternoon ©2025 Advance Local Media LLC. 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Boston’s first base position is wide open with Triston Casas set to be out for a while The Red Sox have Romy González as the main guy right now but it wouldn’t be shocking to see some sort of move get done and one guy who is available is former Boston slugger Bobby Dalbec He was designated for assignment on Sunday by the Chicago White Sox after slashing .222/.333/.278 with one RBI this isn’t to say Dalbec should be the team’s No he’s someone with experience in Boston and who would be very cheap if the team placed a waiver claim on him He could be a short term option while the team gets its bearings in order The Red Sox are a team that has high expectations for the 2025 season Losing Casas hurts and it’s clear something needs to be done about first base now and likely for the rest of the season the Red Sox responded to an injury to Casas by bringing in Dom Smith and Garrett Cooper Smith performed better and stuck around longer It wouldn’t hurt to take a similar approach Bring in a guy like Dalbec and maybe someone else like Anthony Rizzo and go from there Why not add someone who at least specializes in the position in the short term More MLB: Red Sox-Angels Trade Would Send $63 Million All-Star To Boston